Magners Preview: Munster v Glasgow

Something will have to give at Musgrave Park on Saturday evening as two sides who have hit recent form go head to head - hosts Munster will be bidding to end their season with a fourth straight win, while Sean Lineen's Glasgow side are chasing their fifth victory in a row.

MAGNERS LEAGUE: Saturday, May 12

MUNSTER (6th) v GLASGOW WARRIORS (7th), Musgrave Park, 5.30pm

Team News: Cork Constitution full-back Denis Hurley is one of two changes that Munster have made for the final game of the season against Glasgow Warriors.

The 22-year-old's excellent form of late sees him rewarded with a place in the starting line-up for what will be his second start in a Munster shirt at senior level. He made his debut almost exactly a year ago at Stradey Park against Llanelli Scarlets.

The other change from the side that beat Edinburgh 35-9 last weekend is in the back row where Denis Leamy is preferred to John O'Sullivan, while Donncha O'Callaghan returns to the matchday squad having missed last weekend's game due to a shoulder injury.

Meanwhile, visitors Glasgow have made five changes, including one positiona switchl, to the side that beat the Ospreys 29-26 at Hughenden last Friday.

Francisco Leonelli returns at full-back having withdrawn late ahead of the Ospreys game, Rory Lamont vacates the full-back berth in favour of the right wing while Graeme Morrison comes in for Andrew Henderson in the centre.

In the pack, Scott Lawson comes in at hooker for Fergus Thomson, with Donnie Macfadyen also taking over in the back row from John Barclay, who drops to the bench.

Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt praised the squad's 'immense character' following the 27-24 GUINNESS Series success against Australia. Meanwhile, captain Rory Best reflects on 'an emotional day' as he made his 100th appearance for his country.

Irish Rugby TV brings you a behind the scenes look at Ireland's final GUINNESS Series game against Australia. Joe Schmidt's men marked captain Rory Best's 100th cap with a superb 27-24 victory over the Wallabies.

Saturday's GUINNESS Series clash with Australia marks Michael Kearney's last game as Ireland team manager. We spoke to him about five memorable years in the role. Watch out for a couple of special cameos!

We're ready to create something legendary. A showcase for rugby nations old and new. A tournament that will grow the game globally, promote the values, spirit and ethos of rugby and will capture the world's imagination. #Ireland2023 - Liam Neeson gives voice to Ireland's bid to host Rugby World Cup 2023.

Tickets are now on sale for the first ever Women's November International Series to be held in the UCD Bowl. Kids go free with any adult tickets. Ireland will face world champions England, top ranked Canada and the Black Ferns of New Zealand.

Tournament Director Garrett Tubridy sets the scene for an exciting weekend of rugby at UCD where 16 Women's Sevens teams will battle it out at for one qualifying spot for the Rio Olympics. Tickets are available from www.ticketmaster.ie/sevens.

Tadhg Furlong reflects on a disappointing day for Ireland against South Africa. However, he will take positives from his first Test start and be ready to build for the final match of the series in Port Elizabeth.

Paddy Jackson is preparing for Ireland's second Test against South Africa on Saturday (kick-off 5pm local time/4pm Irish time). The Ulster out-half has been checking out Ellis Park in advance of the match.